Rep. Kristin Robbins

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $500,000 from state bond proceeds to fund stormwater pond improvements in Loretto, Minnesota. The funds will support the city's capital projects to improve water quality, including predesign, engineering, dredging, and sediment removal from stormwater ponds. The state will issue up to $500,000 in bonds to cover this cost, following Minnesota's bond authorization laws. The direct recipient is the city of Loretto, which will use the grant for specific infrastructure upgrades to manage stormwater.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Minnesota Statutes section 609.54 to clarify sentencing thresholds for embezzling public funds. It sets specific penalties based on the amount stolen: up to $2,500 (max 5 years in prison or $10,000 fine), $2,500-$100,000 (max 10 years or $20,000), or $100,000+ (max 20 years or $50,000). The law directly affects public officials or employees convicted of embezzling public funds, such as government employees or contractors handling public money. It takes effect August 1, 2025, and applies to crimes committed on or after that date.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $2.7 million from state bond proceeds to fund infrastructure upgrades in Loretto, Minnesota. It directly affects the city of Loretto and its residents by financing the replacement of aging water pipes, sewer systems, stormwater infrastructure, and associated street repairs. The state will issue bonds to cover the cost, with funds managed through the Public Facilities Authority for the city's use. The bill does not create new taxes or regulations, but provides specific funding for physical infrastructure improvements.

Maddy summaryHF 2786 modifies requirements for education grants administered by the Minnesota Department of Education. It establishes specific conditions under which the commissioner must terminate grant agreements with nonprofit recipients, including failing to file required IRS forms (990/990-EZ), missing state reports, exceeding 25% administrative costs relative to revenue, paying employees more than 110% of the governor's salary, or being under fraud investigation. The bill explicitly excludes school districts, charter schools, and other political subdivisions from these requirements. These changes aim to ensure grant recipients meet financial and compliance standards before receiving or continuing funding.

Maddy summaryHF 2063 designates July 2 each year as "1st Minnesota Day" to honor the 262 men of the 1st Minnesota Regiment who fought for the Union at the Battle of Gettysburg on July 2, 1863. The bill requires the governor to issue an annual proclamation, encourages schools to teach about the regiment's Civil War role, and mandates that the Minnesota Historical Society's replica regimental flag be flown at the State Capitol on July 2. It directly affects state government officials, public schools, and Capitol operations through these ceremonial requirements. The bill establishes a recurring observance without creating new taxes, regulations, or funding.

Maddy summaryHF 1821 appropriates $ for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from Minnesota's general fund to provide supplemental security grants to nonprofits. It directly affects nonprofits that have already received federal grant approval through the Emergency Management Agency's nonprofit security program, allowing them to access state funds without submitting new applications. The bill limits total funding per nonprofit to $75,000 across both federal and state programs, with grants awarded based on the federal program's ranking order. This ensures nonprofits can cover security costs without extra paperwork, using funds already allocated by the federal government.

Maddy summaryHF 2673 exempts veterans with a 100% service-connected disability rating from all watercraft registration and transfer fees in Minnesota. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes section 86B.415 to add a new provision (Subd. 12) stating these veterans pay $0 for watercraft licenses, registration, transfers, duplicates, and associated surcharges. To qualify, veterans must provide proof of their 100% disability rating from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs or military retirement board. This policy directly affects eligible disabled veterans who own or register watercraft in Minnesota.

Maddy summaryHF 1921 appropriates $55 million from state bond proceeds to reconstruct a section of Trunk Highway 55 in Hennepin County. The funding will cover engineering, right-of-way acquisition, and construction to convert the highway into a four-lane divided road from Medina (near Arrowhead Drive) to Loretto. The bill authorizes the state to issue up to $55 million in bonds under Minnesota law, with proceeds deposited into the trunk highway fund to pay for the project. This legislation directly affects Hennepin County residents and the Minnesota Department of Transportation, which will manage the highway reconstruction. The bill takes effect the day after final enactment.

Maddy summaryHF 1580 amends Minnesota law to require medical personnel to provide immediate care to infants born alive during abortion procedures. The bill mandates that such infants be recognized as human persons under the law and that all reasonable medical measures, consistent with standard practice, be taken to preserve their life and health, including proper medical documentation. This directly affects healthcare providers performing abortions in Minnesota who encounter infants born alive. The law takes effect the day after final enactment. It focuses solely on medical care protocols for surviving infants, not on changing abortion access or legality.

Maddy summaryHF 2241 requires North Star Promise scholarship recipients in Minnesota to live and work in the state for three years after completing their degree or credential program, beginning within six months of graduation. If they fail to meet this requirement, their scholarship converts to a repayable student loan with interest. Exceptions include deferrals for graduate study, Peace Corps/AmeriCorps service, or extreme hardship, and waivers if they didn’t complete their program. The rule applies to scholarships awarded starting fall 2026.